Ron Duguay was recently rushed to the hospital. The NHL star, who spent eight seasons playing for the New York Rangers, was found unconscious at his home last Friday.
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Duguay's daughter, Shay Thomas, has since posted an update on her father's current health situation.
"Our dad @ronduguay10 continues to show us just how strong he is," Thomas posted to Instagram. "On Friday, he fainted at home, was unconscious, injured a few parts of his face, and knocked out a few teeth in the fall...this time, it wasn't from hockey. He was taken by ambulance to the hospital."
Thomas continued to detail Duguay's current health situation after he was diagnosed with stage four cancer earlier this year.
"Because of the cancer in his liver, along with everything his liver has endured from surgery, chemotherapy, and the pump, pressure has built up inside the liver. That pressure can back up into the stomach and cause bleeding. The ulcer still needs further evaluation, but the bleeding and liver pressure are the major concerns right now."
Duguary reportedly remains under medical care in the hospital.
"He is still admitted to the hospital and receiving blood transfusions. The doctors continue to monitor him closely," Thomas continued. "Through it all, our dad remains strong, positive, and trusting God every step of the way. We will continue to keep everyone updated. Please keep him covered in prayer."
The Family of Ron Duguay Recently Launched a GoFundMe
Earlier this year, Duguay's family launched a GoFundMe to help cover his medical bills. The description to the fund raiser notes that Duguay is currently receiving care in Orange County. However, that means he has to fly between Florida and California every two weeks.
"Earlier in his treatment journey, the care he received in Florida nearly cost him his life. That led us to bring him to Orange County, where my sister and I live, so he could receive treatment here...and thankfully, it has helped him so far."
"However, this now requires him to fly from Florida to Orange County every two weeks for ongoing treatment," the description reads. "The cost of constant travel, along with medical care, holistic therapies, supplements, and alternative healing approaches he has committed to, has become extremely overwhelming financially."
The GoFundMe has raised over $160,000 with a total goal of $300,000. Fortunately, the NHL legend appears to be in good spirits, despite his ongoing health issues.
